FUUSN Presents What the World Needs Now: A Community Gathering for Justice and Peace
First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton 1326 Washington St, Newton, MA, United StatesFirst Unitarian Universalist Society presents a song filled interfaith community event, featuring a community folk song sing-along, a performance by an Interfaith choir, and a keynote talk by Tinya Seeger (Pete Seeger’s daughter). While the gathering is free and open to the public, freewill donations will support non-profit Democracy Forward. Co-sponsors for the event include the…
Next-Arts presents the Newton Piano Summit
Second Church in Newton 60 Highland St., West Newton, MA, United StatesBrazilian Legends: pianist Hélio Alves, bassist Gili Lopes and drummer Rafael Barata. Deep groove, fearless interplay, and that unmistakable Brazilian pulse, delivered at the highest level. Lee Fish & Friends: An amazing blend of Jazz, Soul and Folk from drummer Lee Fish, pianist Jiří Nedoma, bassist Max Ridley and saxophonist Edmar Colon.
Cappella Clausura presents Blood and Honey; Modern Visions of Hildegard
Grace Episcopal Church 76 Eldredge Street, Newton, MA, United StatesCappella Clausura, an a cappella ensemble of eight to sixteen singers who perform music by Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Contemporary composers, present Hildegard's music for Saint Ursula at Grace Church in Newton. Hildegard von Bingen - the “patron saint” of Cappella - wrote an abundance of vivid music and poetry about Saint Ursula.…
Karen Walwyn at The Allen Center
The Allen Center 35 Webster St, WEST NEWTON, MA, United StatesSteinway pianist Dr. Karen Walwyn returns to The Allen Center for an illuminating lecture-recital celebrating the incredible life and works of Florence Price. A leading expert on Price’s music, Dr. Walwyn recorded the world premiere of Price's Concerto in One Movement with the New Black Music Repertory Ensemble at the Center for Black Music Research in 2011. Her April…
Next-Arts Presents the Newton Piano Summit
Second Church in Newton 60 Highland St., West Newton, MA, United StatesGrammy-winning New York jazz pianist David Kikoski is a blazing improviser whose fearless harmonic imagination, deep swing, and lyrical touch have made him a legend among musicians worldwide. Alexei Tsiganov is a world-class jazz pianist and vibraphonist known for his virtuosic improvisation, genre-blending compositions, and deep impact on New England’s creative music scene. He returns…
New Art Center presents Teen Build Your Art Portfolio class
New Art Center 61 Washington Park, Newton, MA, United StatesTeen Build Your Art Portfolio class // All Levels // GR 8-12 // Mondays with Mattea Weinberg This all-levels class is perfect for teens looking to build strong skills and prepare a competitive portfolio for college art programs. Students will draw from life, experiment with materials, and create meaningful, finished pieces—all with the support and guidance…
Newton Art Association and New Art Center present Demo: Monotype Printmaking with Lynda Goldberg
New Art Center 61 Washington Park, Newton, MA, United StatesHosted by Newton Art Association at New Art Center, Lynda Goldberg will demonstrate her process, from initial idea to pulling the first original print, and the second “ghost” print. She’ll share what she loves most about monotype printing and walk through the inks, papers, and materials she uses. She has exhibited widely throughout New England, with work…
West Newton Cinema presents Cosmic Coda
West Newton Cinema 1296 Washington Street, West Newton, MA, United StatesJoin West Newton Cinema for the Local Spotlight screening of Cosmic Coda with a post-film discussion with the Filmmaker MJ Doherty and Senior Research Scientist Peter Fritschel. COSMIC CODA is about the in-between moments of scientific discovery - how it feels going to work each day on a machine that tests both the limits of our…
9/11: Reclaiming Ground Zero
West Newton Cinema 1296 Washington Street, West Newton, MA, United States9/11: Reclaiming Ground Zero To inaugurate the We the People: Finding Our Voices speaker series, we invite you to a special VIP private screening of the newly created film 9/11: Reclaiming Ground Zero. The evening will continue with a forum with Carolyn Lukensmeyer, founder of AmericaSpeaks, Jerren Chang of Partners in Democracy, and community leader…
Theatre Ink presents 9 to 5 The Musical
Newton North High School 457 Walnut St, Newton, MA, United StatesGet ready to clock in for big laughs and even bigger heart with Theatre Ink’s production of 9 to 5 The Musical! Featuring music and lyrics by Dolly Parton, this high-energy comedy follows three determined coworkers who take control of their office—and their futures. Presented by Theatre Ink, Newton North High School’s Teaching and Working Theatre,…